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Wai Mānuka
Wai Mānuka. A locally-sourced, premium, non-alcoholic beverage dreamed up by 3 friends at a party.
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Guidance on methods of overcoming a citation including methods under section 18(2) of the Trade Marks Act 2002. These guidelines do not constrain the judgement and discretion of the Commissioner of Trade Marks, and each application will be considered on its own merits.
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